How to make Spicy Aloo Masala

For the Masala Paste

• Deep fry the onion juliennes and once it's cooled down, blend it to a smooth paste along with ginger, garlic, and tomatoes.
• Keep it aside.

For the Aloo Gravy

• Peel the potatoes and cube it. Deep fry all the cubes till done on all sides, keep it aside.
• Heat cooking oil in a nonstick pan. Add black cardamom, cloves and black peppercorns in the oil and fry for a few seconds.
• Add sliced onion, green chilies and fry till translucent.
• Add the masala paste and cook for 2 - 3 minutes on high flame.
• Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt and cook until the cooking oil starts to separate from sides.
• Whisk the curds well and add it in the pan. Add a cup of water and fried potatoes.
• Cover the lid of the pan and cook until the potato is done.
• Garnish with fresh coriander.
• Serve hot with Bengali Mishti Pulao or Roti.